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How to Cook Black Rice

Next time you're thinking of serving rice as a side, think about how pretty it might be with black rice. Do you know about black rice? It's delicious, fun and beautiful and can be substituted for jasmine, basmati or long-grain rice. It makes a dramatic statement, but it's easy to prepare if you know just a few simple tips and tricks!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 114 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Chinese , Indian , Thai , American

Ingredients

  • 1 cup uncooked black rice
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt skip the salt if using bouillon
  • 1 chicken or vegetable bouillon cube optional

Instructions

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  1. Place the rice in a medium-size bowl and cover with water. Let the rice soak for 5 minutes then, place one hand in the water and swish the rice vigorously for 15 seconds. Pour the rice into a fine-mesh strainer and rinse for 20 seconds.
  2. Drain the rice well, then transfer it to a medium-large saucepan. Add 8 cups of water and the salt (or add a chicken or veggie bouillon cube if desired instead of the salt) and bring to a boil.
  3. Once the mixture is boiling, continue cooking (uncovered) at a medium boil for 35-45 minutes. Add more water if the rice is not covered by 1-2 inches of water at any point.
  4. Start checking it at around 30 minutes by removing a small amount of rice with a slotted spoon. Cool for a minute then taste. The rice should be tender, but still a bit chewy. If it's not tender, cook for another 3-5 minutes, then check again.
  5. Once the rice is tender, drain the it well and set aside. (If making rice in advance, drain it well then drizzle lightly with olive oil and stir with a fork to coat.
  6. Taste and season as needed with kosher salt and a little black pepper. Enjoy or, if prepping in advance, allow the rice to cool, then refrigerate in an airtight storage container.)

Nutrition Information

Calories 114kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 24g (8%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 390mg (16%) Potassium 69mg (2%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Calcium 7mg (1%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 114

% Daily Value*

Calories 114kcal 6%
Carbohydrates 24g 8%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 390mg 16%
Potassium 69mg 1%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Calcium 7mg 1%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.